Cowlitz River below Mayfield Dam also remains under flood warnings on Tuesday, “until further notice,” as the river flow has risen above 25,000 cfs—the flood stage threshold. Flooding is expected from Mayfield Dam downstream through Toledo, covering farmlands and roads, mainly near Toledo, as flows stay near 29,000 cfs through Wednesday.

Just days after historic river flooding prompted a State of Emergency in Washington, another atmospheric river is targeting the state, as well as Oregon and Northern California. FOX Weather Correspondent Robert Ray has the latest from Burlington,

As flooding in Washington continues to cause people to leave their homes, the National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for the coming week.

Another atmospheric river will bring more rain to the Pacific Northwest later this week, heightening an extensive flood threat.

What is it about mid-December weather? The latest atmospheric river has brought warm, heavy rain, resulting in widespread major flooding and landslides.

As another atmospheric river moves over Washington, it is expected that the area will receive another 5-8 inches of rain. This comes just days after a historic flooding devastated parts of Washington.

According to the sheriff’s office, a 33-year-old man drove past road closed signs and ended up in a ditch, about six feet underwater.

While the torrential downpour caused by an atmospheric river has slowed down, rivers and waterways continue to rise and flood in the state.